74LVC04ADB,118

Inverter Gates Overview

The Nexperia 74LVC04ADB,118 is a hex inverter integrated circuit belonging to the LVC logic family. It operates within a supply voltage range of 1.2 V to 3.6 V and supports overvoltage tolerant inputs up to 5.5 V. The device features Schmitt-trigger action at all inputs for improved noise immunity. It provides direct interface compatibility with TTL levels and complies with JEDEC standards JESD8-7A, JESD8-5A, and JESD8-C/JESD36. ESD protection exceeds 2000 V (HBM) and 1000 V (CDM). Operating temperatures are specified from -40 °C to +85 °C and -40 °C to +125 °C.

Inverter Gates Feature Summary

• Hex inverter configuration with Schmitt-trigger input action
• Overvoltage tolerant inputs allowing operation in mixed 3.3 V and 5 V environments
• Wide supply voltage range supporting 1.2 V to 3.6 V operation
• High ESD protection exceeding 2000 V HBM and 1000 V CDM

Inverter Gates Applications

• Signal translation between 3.3 V and 5 V logic domains
• Buffering digital signals with slow rise and fall times
• Inverting logic states in low-voltage embedded systems

Inverter Gates Procurement Notes

Verify the specific suffix 'ADB' corresponds to the SO14 surface-mount package when sourcing. Confirm that the '118' tape-and-reel designation matches your automated assembly requirements. Ensure the selected variant meets the required ambient temperature specification, as some LVC devices are rated for -40 °C to +125 °C while others may be limited to -40 °C to +85 °C depending on the exact manufacturing batch and datasheet revision.

Inverter Gates Selection Notes

Select this component when a high-density hex inverter is required for low-voltage applications. The LVC series offers lower power consumption compared to older logic families. The inclusion of Schmitt triggers makes it suitable for noisy environments or signals with poor edge rates. Verify that the 5.5 V input tolerance aligns with your system's highest signal voltage to prevent damage during level shifting operations.

Inverter Gates Part Context

This part belongs to the Nexperia 74LVC family, which is designed for ultra-low power and high-speed switching applications. The LVC series is compatible with standard CMOS processes and offers performance improvements over previous generations. The 74LVC04 specifically provides six independent inverters, making it a fundamental building block for digital logic circuits requiring signal inversion or buffering.